Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old. At first, he had a slight sore throat, and then he noticed that his cough was quite severe, accompanied by a low fever. Could you please tell me what symptoms might appear if the child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child has tonsillitis, they will first feel a sore throat, which will then affect normal swallowing. Additionally, the child usually has a fever, either a low-grade one that doesn't break or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. The child may also experience fatigue, headache, and even body pain, as well as chills. It can be observed that the tonsils are red and swollen at this time, which is mostly due to inflammation and congestion. Moreover, this condition can also lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. It is evident that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious illness and can even threaten the child's life. Parents must take their child to seek treatment promptly.